Congress


The IPA’s biennial congress is the largest gathering of psychoanalysts in the world. Since 1908, our congress has brought analysts together to explore contemporary issues within the field of psychoanalysis, to further develop existing theory, and to exchange clinical experience, in a collegial atmosphere of shared learning.

Upcoming Congress

From 25 - 29 July 2027, Vancouver will host the IPA’s 55th Congress. The theme of this congress is: The Human Condition in the Digital World

Congress Papers

The IPA Knowledge Hub contains a selection of papers presented at IPA congresses. View the collection here.

Past Congresses

Find information about all of our previous congresses in our congress archive here.

Forthcoming Congresses

Find out the destinations of our upcoming congresses, as well as all of the latest confirmed information here.